CriticalActively exploited vulnerabilityOct 31, 2026

Hackers Exploit Ivanti Connect Secure Flaws to Gain Full Root Access

Attackers are actively chaining security vulnerabilities in Ivanti Connect Secure appliances to gain unauthenticated root access to corporate networks. Government cybersecurity agencies have confirmed active exploitation in the wild, placing these flaws on high-priority watchlists. Canadian businesses using these appliances face immediate risk of complete system takeover and unauthorized internal network access.

Actively exploited vulnerability security briefing

Who is affected

Organizations running Ivanti Connect Secure (ICS) appliances exposed to the internet are at risk.

How to mitigate it

  1. 1Identify and inventory all external-facing Ivanti Connect Secure appliances across your network immediately.
  2. 2Apply all official security patches and vendor workarounds released for the affected vulnerabilities without delay.
  3. 3Review network access logs and appliance activity for any signs of unauthorized access or suspicious administrative behavior.
  4. 4Restrict external administrative access to Ivanti appliances using dedicated management networks or trusted IP allowlists.

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